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#618 of 716 private schools in IL
Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Elementary School
1300 BELT LINE RD, Collinsville, IL 62234
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#618 of 716
In Collinsville
#3 of 3
public schools
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Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Elementary School in Collinsville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Good Shepherd Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Collinsville, IL. Good Shepherd Lutheran School serves approximately 231 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Good Shepherd Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #618 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Good Shepherd Lutheran School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Good Shepherd Lutheran School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Collinsville, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Lutheran School (this school) | 5.0 |
| John A Renfro Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Summit Elementary School | 3.3 |
| Dorris Intermediate Sch | 4.2 |
| Webster Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Jefferson Elem School | 7.7 |
| Collinsville Middle School | 4.4 |
| Twin Echo Elem School | 3.6 |
| Kreitner Elem School | 5.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in IL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1300 BELT LINE RD, Collinsville, IL 62234
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Good Shepherd Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jefferson Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maryville Elem School (rated 7.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Maryville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Collinsville, see our Collinsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Summit Elementary School Collinsville | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| SS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Collinsville | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| John A Renfro Elementary School Collinsville | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Webster Elementary School Collinsville | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Dorris Intermediate Sch Collinsville | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Collinsville | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Jefferson Elem School Collinsville | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Collinsville Middle School Collinsville | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Twin Echo Elem School Collinsville | 2.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Maryville Elem School Maryville | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Collinsville High School Collinsville | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| METRO-EAST ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Caseyville | 3.8 mi | — |
| Kreitner Elem School Collinsville | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Glen Carbon Elem School Glen Carbon | 4.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Caseyville Elementary School Caseyville | 4.2 mi | 5.1 |
| METRO EAST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Granite City | 4.4 mi | — |
| MARYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maryville | 4.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Illini Elem School Fairview Heights | 5.5 mi | 5.8 |
| FATHER MCGIVNEY CATHOLIC H S Glen Carbon | 5.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Albert Cassens Elementary Glen Carbon | 5.2 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,437
Median Home Value
$162,000
Median Rent
$995/mo
Population
31,832
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barnard Elem Comp Math & Sci Ctr Chicago, IL | 5.0 |
| Brownstown Elem School Brownstown, IL | 5.0 |
| Bureau Valley North Walnut, IL | 5.0 |
| Costello School Lyons, IL | 5.0 |
| Curtis Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.0 |
| Edward J Tobin Elem School Burbank, IL | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Good Shepherd Lutheran School
What grades does Good Shepherd Lutheran School serve?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Good Shepherd Lutheran School?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 231 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Lutheran School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Good Shepherd Lutheran School rank in IL?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School ranks #618 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Good Shepherd Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Good Shepherd Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Good Shepherd Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Good Shepherd Lutheran School a religious school?
Good Shepherd Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 231
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Madison County
- Phone
- (618) 344-3153
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